I hold a Ph.D. in European history from Harvard University (1995), with over
fifteen years of research experience in American and European archives. I
have an extensive portfolio of publication in historical and genealogical journals (see publications
list). I am familiar with a broad range of sources and methods for research in premodern
Britain as well as colonial and early-national New England, Virginia, and
the Ohio Valley; I also have detailed technical experience with wills and
probate law, both American and European. This depth of academic and professional
experience has prepared me to take on a variety of genealogical projects on
a professional basis. I have been doing commissioned genealogical work of
various types since 2004.

I am always happy to discuss possible commissioned projects,
although my time is limited: I do not undertake everything
that might cross my desk. I will readily tell you if I feel your
particular needs will be better met by working with a professional with different
skills, or someone with local access to a particular region or set of source
material. If we both agree to go forward with a commissioned project, rates
and time-limits will be agreed upon in advance.

Types of projects

• Lineage preparation, for application for membership to a lineage
society such as Daughters of the American Revolution.